Ownership-minded leader with a diverse background in operations management, finance, marketing, human resources and information technology. Strategic planner with a focus on process improvement, cost containment, performance reporting, and problem resolution. Dedicated, hardworking and adept at dealing with difficult situations by taking ownership of the issues and ensuring rewarding outcomes. Proven leader with a passion for promoting strong organizational culture by positioning employee retention programs and creating career advancement opportunities while implementing and enforcing performance metrics. Management style that fosters respect and collaboration amongst teams. Esteemed by peers and subordinates alike as fair, honest, loyal and compassionate. Always seeking the best solution for all parties and looking for strategies to improve financial performance. Years of experience working with private equity owners and boards of directors. Led several sale/purchase transactions with privately held companies.